The Komatsu wb98a backhoe loader (1997-1999) is characterised by above-average engine power at 101 hp (75 kW) and typical weight at 17,857 lb (8.1 t). The listed bucket capacity is 1.33 yd³ (1.02 m³).
Specification profile
1997-1999
Weight: 17,857 lb (8.1 t)Engine power: 101 hp (75 kW)Bucket capacity: 1.33 yd³ (1.02 m³)Transport width: 7.38 ft (2.25 m)
17,857 lb (8.1 t)Weight
101 hp (75 kW)Engine power
1.33 yd³ (1.02 m³)Bucket capacity
7.38 ft (2.25 m)Transport width
11.2 ft (3.4 m)Transport height
20 ft (6.1 m)Transport length
NoAir conditioning
NoClamshell
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
Above average
101 hp (75 kW)
Low 48.3 hp (36 kW)Typical 89.4 hp (66.7 kW)High 113 hp (84 kW)
Engine power is above the typical figure.
Weight
Average
17,857 lb (8.1 t)
Low 6,151 lb (2.79 t)Typical 16,884 lb (7.66 t)High 24,251 lb (11 t)
Weight is close to the typical figure.
Bucket capacity
Above average
1.33 yd³ (1.02 m³)
Low 0.15 yd³ (0.12 m³)Typical 1.23 yd³ (0.94 m³)High 1.75 yd³ (1.34 m³)
Bucket capacity is above the typical figure.
Transport width
Average
7.38 ft (2.25 m)
Low 4.82 ft (1.47 m)Typical 7.56 ft (2.3 m)High 9.19 ft (2.8 m)
Transport width is close to the typical figure.
Transport height
Average
11.2 ft (3.4 m)
Low 6.96 ft (2.12 m)Typical 11.2 ft (3.41 m)High 13.7 ft (4.19 m)
Transport height is close to the typical figure.
Transport length
Average
20 ft (6.1 m)
Low 10.9 ft (3.33 m)Typical 20.1 ft (6.12 m)High 26 ft (7.91 m)
Transport length is close to the typical figure.
Visual overview
Key measurements
Overall size
The main published dimensions shown together at a glance.
Equipment
Features & equipment
Published equipment and feature availability for this model.
Air conditioningNO
ClamshellNO
Diesel particulate filterNO
Forklift UtilityNO
GrabberNO
Outrigger StabilisersNO
Overview
Model information
| Manufacturer | Komatsu |
|---|---|
| Model | wb98a backhoe loader |
| Model year / production | 1997-1999 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power101 hp (75 kW)
Dimensions
Transport height11.2 ft (3.4 m)
Transport length20 ft (6.1 m)
Transport width7.38 ft (2.25 m)
Capacity & weight
Bucket capacity1.33 yd³ (1.02 m³)
Weight17,857 lb (8.1 t)
Engine & drivetrain
Engine manufacturerPerkins
Engine type9,339 lb (4.24 t)
DriveA
Setup & fitment
Standard tyres16/70-24
Features
Air conditioningNo
Diesel particulate filterNo
Other specifications
Model seriesWB
ClamshellNo
Forklift UtilityNo
GrabberNo
Outrigger StabilisersNo
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